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Who led the Southern Miss Golden Eagles in football scoring with 72 points in 2008?
- Austin Davis
- DeAndre Brown
- Damion Fletcher
- Britt Barefoot

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2.

The 2007 Papajohns.com Bowl featured Southern Miss and what other team?
- Baylor
- Purdue
- Cal
- Cincinnati
Correct Answer

A. Cincinnati

Explanation

The correct answer is Cincinnati. In the 2007 Papajohns.com Bowl, Southern Miss played against Cincinnati.

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3.

Who recorded 1,649 yards on the ground for Southern Miss in 2007?
- Damion Fletcher
- Torris Magee
- Jeremy Young
- Tory Harrison
Correct Answer

A. Damion Fletcher

Explanation

Damion Fletcher recorded 1,649 yards on the ground for Southern Miss in 2007.

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4.

How many total tackles did Gerald McRath record in 2007 to lead Southern Miss?
- 167
- 67
- 139
- 99
Correct Answer

A. 139

Explanation

In 2007, Gerald McRath led Southern Miss with a total of 139 tackles.

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5.

Which Southern Miss alum was SI.com's "Top Collegiate Player to Ever Wear the Number 4"?
- Bobby Hamilton
- Brett Favre
- Ray Guy
- Adalius Thomas
Correct Answer

A. Brett Favre

Explanation

Brett Favre is the correct answer because he was named SI.com's "Top Collegiate Player to Ever Wear the Number 4." This recognition highlights his exceptional performance and skill during his college career, making him the standout player among other Southern Miss alumni who wore the number 4.

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6.

In which 2007 bowl game did Southern Miss defeat Ohio 28-7?
- GMAC Bowl
- Alamo Bowl
- Papajohns.com Bowl
- New Orleans Bowl
Correct Answer

A. GMAC Bowl

Explanation

In the 2007 bowl game, Southern Miss defeated Ohio with a score of 28-7. The bowl game in question was the GMAC Bowl.

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7.

Gerald McRath led the Southern Miss football team in what category with 137 in 2008?
- Pancakes
- Total Tackles
- Rushing Attempts
- Solo Tackles
Correct Answer

A. Total Tackles

Explanation

In 2008, Gerald McRath led the Southern Miss football team in the category of total tackles with a total of 137. This means that he had the highest number of tackles compared to any other player on the team. Total tackles include both solo tackles and assisted tackles, and it is an important statistic that reflects a player's ability to stop the opposing team's offense and prevent them from gaining yardage. Gerald McRath's high number of total tackles indicates his effectiveness and impact on the defensive side of the game.

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8.

For how many games was Jeff Bower head coach at Southern Miss before he resigned in 2007?
- 203
- 102
- 244
- 189
Correct Answer

A. 203

Explanation

Jeff Bower was the head coach at Southern Miss for a total of 203 games before he resigned in 2007.

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9.

Southern Miss lost to Cincinnati by what final score in the 2007 Papajohns.com Bowl?
- 3-Oct
- 31-21
- 45-21
- 42-35
Correct Answer

A. 31-21

Explanation

In the 2007 Papajohns.com Bowl, Southern Miss lost to Cincinnati with a final score of 31-21.

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10.

Shawn Nelson led Southern Miss in which 2007 football category with five?
- Receiving TDs
- Interceptions
- Rushing TDs
- Passing TDs
Correct Answer

A. Receiving TDs

Explanation

Shawn Nelson led Southern Miss in the 2007 football season in the category of Receiving TDs with five. This means that he caught five touchdown passes during that season, making him the leader in this category for his team.

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11.

What position did Jeremy Young play at Southern Miss in 2007 while producing 1,464 yards?
- Kickoff Returner
- Running Back
- Wide Receiver
- Quarterback
Correct Answer

A. Quarterback

Explanation

Jeremy Young played as a quarterback at Southern Miss in 2007 while producing 1,464 yards. This means that he was responsible for throwing or running the ball to gain those yards.

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12.

Against which team did Southern Miss' Britt Barefoot make four field goals in 2007?
- Tennessee
- Rice
- Arkansas State
- Marshall
Correct Answer

A. Tennessee

Explanation

In 2007, Southern Miss' Britt Barefoot made four field goals against Tennessee.

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13.

Which player led Southern Miss in sacks in 2007 with 7.5?
- Matthew Chatelain
- Brandon Sumrall
- Gerald McRath
- Eddie Hicks
Correct Answer

A. Matthew Chatelain

Explanation

Matthew Chatelain is the correct answer because he led Southern Miss in sacks in 2007 with a total of 7.5. The other players listed, Brandon Sumrall, Gerald McRath, and Eddie Hicks, did not have as many sacks as Chatelain during that season.

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14.

How many points did Damion Fletcher score to lead the Southern Miss football team in 2007?
- 92
- 80
- 126
- 55
Correct Answer

A. 92

Explanation

Damion Fletcher scored 92 points to lead the Southern Miss football team in 2007.

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15.

Who led Southern Miss in rushing yards with 68 in the 2007 GMAC Bowl?
- Bobby Weakley
- Damion Fletcher
- Conrad Chanove
- Tory Harrison
Correct Answer

A. Tory Harrison

Explanation

Tory Harrison led Southern Miss in rushing yards with 68 in the 2007 GMAC Bowl.

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Southern Miss Golden Eagles Football Quiz

Who led the Southern Miss Golden Eagles in football scoring with 72 points in 2008?

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The 2007 Papajohns.com Bowl featured Southern Miss and what other team?

Who recorded 1,649 yards on the ground for Southern Miss in 2007?

How many total tackles did Gerald McRath record in 2007 to lead Southern Miss?

Which Southern Miss alum was SI.com's "Top Collegiate Player to Ever Wear the Number 4"?

In which 2007 bowl game did Southern Miss defeat Ohio 28-7?

Gerald McRath led the Southern Miss football team in what category with 137 in 2008?

For how many games was Jeff Bower head coach at Southern Miss before he resigned in 2007?

Southern Miss lost to Cincinnati by what final score in the 2007 Papajohns.com Bowl?

Shawn Nelson led Southern Miss in which 2007 football category with five?

What position did Jeremy Young play at Southern Miss in 2007 while producing 1,464 yards?

Against which team did Southern Miss' Britt Barefoot make four field goals in 2007?

Which player led Southern Miss in sacks in 2007 with 7.5?

How many points did Damion Fletcher score to lead the Southern Miss football team in 2007?

Who led Southern Miss in rushing yards with 68 in the 2007 GMAC Bowl?